BJP bids to stave off JSP, RJD challenge as campaigning ends for Bankipur byelection
Candidates make final push to secure the seat in Bihar vacated by BJP national president Nitin Nabin following his election to the Rajya Sabha in April
Paper Leak Row: AISA Threatens Bihar Stir
The student outfit has sought Union home minister Amit Shah to respond to its demands.
40 Buffaloes Seized Near India-Nepal Border; One Arrested
New Delhi, July 29: In a significant operation near the India-Nepal border, personnel from the 41st Battalion of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) intercepted a truck carrying 40 buffaloes without proper documentation. While two individuals managed to escape, one person was apprehended. The buffaloes were reportedly being transported from Bihar to Assam, passing through West ... Read more 40 Buffaloes Seized Near India-Nepal Border; One Arrested
Electrician stabbed to death in Patna Citys Khajekalan area
Sub: Cong, CPI(ML) stress on early release
25 cartridges found on Patna HC premises
Govt allows probationary TRE-3 teachers to apply for transfers
Govt signs MoU to strengthen childhood cancer care network
Campaign ends: NDA claims victory, RJD intensifies attack, PK seeks breakthrough
CM reviews infra & health projects, asks officials to expedite work
Patna Airport improves global ranking, rises to 69th in passenger satisfaction survey
Students skip school after fainting incident in Kaimur
Tejashwi promises pension, jobs for students injured or jailed during NEET protest
Traffic restrictions in place near A N College after Bankipur bypoll
EOU arrests 17 in crackdown on land mafia syndicate
PMC launches drive to bring all flats under property tax net
Serious Situation in PoJK Raises Questions on International Silence: Former DGP SP Vaid
Jammu, July 28: Former Director General of Police (DGP) SP Vaid has expressed grave concerns regarding the current situation in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). He addressed several issues, including the use of pellet guns during protests in Delhi and the firing of AK-47s by police during demonstrations in Bihar. Vaid criticized the role of ... Read more Serious Situation in PoJK Raises Questions on International Silence: Former DGP SP Vaid
Pleas in Supreme Court allege illegal detentions by Delhi and Bihar police
Volunteer who distributed food and water to protesters at Jantar Mantar and his friend allege that police seized their phones, blindfolded them and questioned them at an undisclosed location over the source of funds; law student held without arrest warrant still in Bihar police custody
West Bengal will not take coercive action against students protesting the NEET paper leak. This relief excludes individuals with prior criminal records, aligning with Supreme Court directives. Several BJP-led states, including Bihar and Assam, have already withdrawn cases against protesters. Maharashtra's chief minister also ordered the withdrawal of cases against student demonstrators. The Cockroach Janta Party awaits further action on their demands.
Patna High Court to set up fast-track courts for Bihar paper leak cases
The special courts will exclusively hear cases registered under the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, with the aim of ensuring their swift disposal
Govt to fill vacant SCERT posts soon: Education minister
Tej Pratap Yadav released as Bihar drops student protest cases
Patna: Former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav, the elder son of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, was released from Beur Central Jail on Tuesday, July 28, evening after the state government decided to withdraw cases registered against protesters during the recent student agitation. The decision paved the way for the release of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Don't damage water bodies under garb of beautification: SC warns Bihar government
Aras Veer Kunwar Singh park gets makeover with new facilities
Expedite work on major infra projects across state: BCD
Changing weather triggers surge in viral fever cases, docs advise caution
PMCH sets aside 20 beds for dengue patients amid monsoon
Tejashwi Yadavs Promises to Students Criticized by Santosh Kumar Suman
Patna, July 28: Dr. Santosh Kumar Suman, the national president of the Hindustani Awam Morcha and Bihars Minister for Minor Water Resources, has criticized Tejashwi Yadav, a leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). He claims that Yadavs promises of government jobs and pensions to students involved in the NEET movement are merely political tactics. ... Read more Tejashwi Yadavs Promises to Students Criticized by Santosh Kumar Suman
ITC Hotels signs Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Rajgir; strengthens presence in Bihar
Political Tensions Rise in Bankipur By-Election as Nitish Kumars Video Sparks Controversy
Patna, July 28: Political tensions have escalated on the final day of campaigning for the Bankipur Assembly by-election in Bihar. Former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is at the center of controversy following the release of a video, which Prashant Kishor, the founder of Jan Suraj and candidate for the by-election, claims was fabricated using artificial ... Read more Political Tensions Rise in Bankipur By-Election as Nitish Kumars Video Sparks Controversy
PM Modi cancelled Bihar tour realising BJP will lose Bankipur bypoll: Tejashwi
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav claimed, Growing unpopularity in the wake of brutal repression of protestors has led the Bihar government to order withdrawal of cases against the demonstrators and the release of those arrested in this connection.
AISA alleges crackdown on student protesters, seeks release of detained activists
CPI(ML) Liberation MLA Sandeep Saurav and several AISA activists remain behind bars for participating in protests against alleged paper leaks, especially student and youth activists in Bihar, says AISA national president Neha
Prime Minister cancelled Bihar tour realising BJP will lose Bankipur bypoll: Tejashwi Yadav
Tejashwi Yadav alleged Prime Minister Modi cancelled his Bihar visit. This cancellation occurred due to anticipated defeat in the Bankipur bypoll. Student unrest and government unpopularity were cited as reasons for the expected loss. The Bihar government announced withdrawal of cases against protesters. Yadav demanded a judicial inquiry into police firing incidents.
Husband, wife must share home, child's education cost; equality can't be claimed selectively: HC
Mumbai, Jul 28: Equality cannot be claimed selectively, and both earning partners must contribute to household and childs education expenses to maintain a lifestyle, the Bombay High Court has said while granting relief to a man seeking reduction in monthly maintenance for his estranged wife and minor son. A single bench of Justice M M Sathaye, in the order passed last week, set aside the January 2025 order of a family court directing the man to pay Rs 50,000 monthly maintenance to his estranged wife and son, and reduced the amount to Rs 25,000. It noted that the man was paying EMIs towards two houses - one in Mumbai's Andheri area where his wife and son are staying and the other at Panvel in Navi Mumbai, while he himself lived in Bihar. The wife was not contributing anything towards the EMIs, the court noted in the order, a copy of which was made available on Tuesday. The man had, in his plea, urged the HC to reduce the monthly maintenance he has to pay his wife and son from Rs 50,000 to Rs 25,000. He had requested his wife to either live with him in Bihar or at least shift to the Panvel house so he could sell the Andheri home to reduce his financial burdens. The wife, however, refused. The court said no fault can be found with the man's requests. In a matrimonial dispute, if the wife expects the luxury of staying at a premium location like Andheri without paying EMI or contributing to it from her own pocket, then it cannot be expected from the husband, who is already paying the entire EMI, not to plead the same as a reason to seek reduction in the maintenance amount, the bench said. Equality cannot be claimed selectively and certainly not when both parties are earning. If lifestyle is to be maintained, then both parties must contribute, the court observed. When both husband and wife are earning and want their child to get the best education, then both are expected to contribute towards the expenses, it added. The man said he had lost his job during the COVID-19 pandemic, and was now working at a much lower salary and was under financial pressure. The court noted that the COVID-19 pandemic affected several people's professional careers and also businesses, and hence there was an explanation for the reduction in the man's earnings.
Bihar cop suspended after firing an AK-47 during student protest
Bihar Government Withdraws Cases Against NEET Protesters Amid Political Tensions
Patna, July 28: The Bihar government has decided to withdraw cases against students involved in protests related to the NEET paper leak incident. This decision has sparked a political clash, with the opposition claiming that their pressure led to the governments action. However, NDA leaders have outrightly dismissed these claims. Bihar government minister Dilip Jaiswal ... Read more Bihar Government Withdraws Cases Against NEET Protesters Amid Political Tensions
Tejashwi Claims Anti-BJP Sentiment in Bankipur, Confident in Rekha Guptas Victory
Patna, July 28: Ahead of the Bihar Bankipur Assembly by-election, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has mobilized its full strength. Tejashwi Yadav, the partys national executive president and leader of the opposition in the Bihar Assembly, asserted that there is a growing anti-BJP sentiment in Bankipur, with increasing public support for their candidate, Rekha Gupta. ... Read more Tejashwi Claims Anti-BJP Sentiment in Bankipur, Confident in Rekha Guptas Victory
Tejashwi Claims Anti-BJP Sentiment in Bankipur, Confident of RJD Candidates Victory
Patna, July 28: In the lead-up to the Bankipur assembly by-election, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has intensified its campaign efforts. Tejashwi Yadav, the national executive president of RJD and the leader of the opposition in the Bihar assembly, asserted that there is a growing anti-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) sentiment in Bankipur, with increasing public ... Read more Tejashwi Claims Anti-BJP Sentiment in Bankipur, Confident of RJD Candidates Victory
Supreme Court Issues Notice to Seven States Over NEET Protest Violence
New Delhi, July 28: The Supreme Court conducted a significant hearing on Tuesday regarding the protests against irregularities in the NEET-UG examination and the subsequent police actions. The bench, led by Chief Justice Suryakant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohan, issued notices to the governments of Delhi, Bihar, Maharashtra, Assam, West Bengal, Uttar ... Read more Supreme Court Issues Notice to Seven States Over NEET Protest Violence
NDA Leaders Criticize Tejashwi Yadav as a Part-Time Politician
New Delhi, July 28: Bihar government minister Ramkripal Yadav raised concerns on Tuesday regarding RJD leader and opposition leader Tejashwi Yadavs prolonged absence from state politics. He stated that Tejashwis recent appearance in the Bankipur election campaign would have little impact. Discussing Tejashwis scheduled roadshow, Ramkripal Yadav remarked, I just learned about it yesterday. I ... Read more NDA Leaders Criticize Tejashwi Yadav as a Part-Time Politician
Kejriwal hits out at BJP over use of AK-47 on protesters in Bihar
New Delhi: AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday, July 28, criticised the BJP over allegations that an AK-47 rifle was used to fire at a students protest in Siwan district of Bihar and said students should not be treated like terrorists. A video purportedly showing a police constable using an AK-47 rifle during the student Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Tejashwi Yadav warns of Bihar-wide protest over student arrests
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has demanded the withdrawal of cases against students arrested during protests over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak in Bihar. Accusing the NDA government of suppressing dissent, he warned of a statewide agitation if the students are not released and action is not taken over the police firing incident.
Bihar govt. withdraws cases against NEET protesters after massive backlash
In a major development, the Bihar government has announced that it will withdraw all cases filed against protesters involved in demonstrations linked to the NEET paper leak issue and the July 25 Bihar Bandh.
Arvind Kejriwal hits out at BJP over 'use of AK-47' on student protesters in Bihar
Arvind Kejriwal criticised the BJP over an AK-47 allegedly used at a Bihar student protest. A video showed a constable firing an AK-47 during the protest on July 25. The constable was suspended on Monday after the video went viral on social media. Kejriwal questioned if students should be treated like terrorists by the ruling party. He reminded them of the 'Vacate the throne' slogan from Bihar's history.
Government Assures No Action Against Protesters in Bihar, Assam, and Rajasthan
New Delhi, July 28: The Cockroach Peoples Party (CJP) has announced that no legal action will be taken against any protesters. The party claims that government representatives have reiterated their commitment to withdraw cases filed against protesters, release those detained, and ensure the safety of protesters from the central and BJP/NDA-ruled states through formal notifications. ... Read more Government Assures No Action Against Protesters in Bihar, Assam, and Rajasthan
Bihar govt towithdraw cases against NEET paper leak protesters
Patna: The Bihar government announced on Monday, July 27, that it will withdraw all cases lodged against protesters over the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) paper leak and release those jailed under various charges. A statement to this effect was issued late in the evening by the states Home Department, which said that no Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Assam and Bihar Governments Withdraw Cases Against NEET-UG Protesters
Patna, July 28: In response to nationwide protests regarding irregularities in the NEET-UG examination, the governments of Assam and Bihar have announced that they will withdraw cases against protesters and release those who were arrested. An official press release from Assams Home and Political Department stated that by 6 PM on July 26, five cases ... Read more Assam and Bihar Governments Withdraw Cases Against NEET-UG Protesters
Bihar Protests Lead to 694 Arrests and Injuries Among Police Officers
Patna, July 28: The Bihar Police Headquarters released detailed information on Monday regarding the law and order situation that arose during protests, rallies, and marches organized by various student organizations and political parties on July 25. According to the police, a total of 694 individuals were detained during the statewide movement, including a significant number ... Read more Bihar Protests Lead to 694 Arrests and Injuries Among Police Officers
CJP says, 'govt representatives assured FIR withdrawal, release of detainees in Bihar, Assam'
Taking to X, the CJP chief spokesperson said, Hours after our press conference, Government's representatives met us. The meeting lasted for 2-3 hours. They shared copies of the Bihar and Assam notifications guaranteeing FIR withdrawals, no action in future, and release of all detainees and arrestees.
Bihar constable suspended after video shows him using AK-47 during protest
The Congress slammed the BJP over the alleged incident, with Rahul Gandhi demanding Prime Minister Narendra Modis apology and action against those who attacked the students
Sat Sharma urges Nitin Gadkari for major road infra push in J&K
J&K Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma on Monday called on Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi and highlighted the disruption of highways due to landslides and adverse weather especially in the rainy season. Seeking additional measures to address the landslides issues in the rainy season, Sat Sharma requested the Union Minister to encourage the use of advanced engineering solutions and modern technologies to make roads more resilient. He stressed the need for scientific slope stabilisation, modern monitoring systems and other innovative interventions to minimise road closures and ensure safer travel. During the meeting, Sat Sharma raised several important issues concerning J&Ks road network with the objective of securing faster infrastructure development and addressing critical connectivity challenges faced by the people. He apprised the Union Minister of the need to further strengthen road infrastructure across Jammu and Kashmir in view of its strategic importance, difficult terrain, growing tourism potential and the aspirations of the people. He stressed that improved connectivity was the backbone of economic growth, tourism, trade, healthcare, education and national security and urged the Ministry to continue prioritising infrastructure development in the Union Territory. While thanking the Minister for the major road infrastructure push in J&K, ensuring 12-month all-weather connectivity between the major regions of Jammu and Kashmir and with the Union Territory of Ladakh, Sharma particularly emphasised the need to take additional measures to address the landslides issues in the rainy season. Sharma said uninterrupted road access would greatly benefit people living in remote and border areas while facilitating smoother movement of goods, tourists and essential services throughout the year. The BJP leader also sought the time-bound completion of ongoing National Highway projects, tunnels, elevated road corridors and flyovers at crucial locations to improve traffic flow, reduce travel time, and enhance commuter safety. He said timely completion of these projects would further accelerate economic activity and open new avenues for investment, employment, and tourism across Jammu and Kashmir. Sat Sharma said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Jammu and Kashmir witnessed unprecedented progress in road connectivity, with several long-pending highway, bridge and tunnel projects being executed at a record pace. He added that this transformative vision had its roots in the developmental approach of former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, which was now being carried forward with renewed commitment. The Union Minister gave a patient hearing to the issues raised by Sat Sharma and assured him that the Ministry would continue to extend all possible support for strengthening road infrastructure and connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir.
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The Art and Practice of Funeral Diplomacy
The state funeral of the supreme spiritual leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been recorded as one of the largest funeral events in recent history. It was notable for its massive scale and political messaging. The Western media were granted rare access to project an image of an indomitable, united regime despite recent military and leadership setbacks. The funeral has prompted theorists to re-examine the potential of funeral diplomacy for peace in the international system. Pertinently, the nature of diplomacy is changing from secretive to public, and diplomats are negotiating complex borderless issues. South Asia has, on different occasions, found in funeral diplomacy a potential source of stability for inter-state relations. DIPLOMACY Diplomacy, according to Sir Ernest Satow, is the application of intelligence and tact to the conduct of official relations between the governments of independent states by peaceful means. It was British ambassador Sir Henry Wotton who humorously remarked that an ambassador is an honest man who is sent to lie abroad for the good of his country. King James 1st (obviously taking this remark seriously) expressed shock at his envoys comment, sacked him, and never employed him again. Diplomacy, as an art and practice, was much time secretive, invisible, and largely elitist. It had no public dimension, and as a profession, it had seen little expansion due to the complex nature of inter-state relations. The rigid and archaic notions of sovereignty acted as real internal pressures on its workings. The nation-state model after the decolonization became the template for conducting inter-state relations among sovereign states. The emergence of public diplomacy saw a rise in various forms of diplomacy, mostly coined by the media resulting in democratising the domain of diplomacy. In April 2005, then Pakistan President General Musharraf arrived in New Delhi to strengthen ties with the new government and for a spot of cricket diplomacy. The visit coincided with a one-day international cricket match between India and Pakistan, parts of which Musharraf watched alongside Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Prime Minister Modi is also known for his Jhappi Pappi (hug and kiss) diplomacy, which has, on occasions, been severely criticized by the political opposition. Manmohan Singh once angrily observed that diplomacy is not all about hugging foreign leaders. Mr. Modis impromptu stopover in Lahore in December 2015, on his way back from Kabul, added more flavour when certain sections of the media coined the term pappi-jhappi / assi-tussi diplomacy. India and Pakistan musical diplomacy also played a role in transforming atmospherics of bilateral relationship. Ajay Bisaria, who was the Indian High Commissioner in Pakistan before 2019, observed: Pakistani music always touched special chords with the audiences at India House in Islamabad, because it was essentially subcontinental music. I would invariably introduce the artist, mentioning that while the relationship did not permit the exchange of cultural troupes, we did inhabit the same cultural space and could enjoy the same music. FUNERAL DIPLOMACY Funeral diplomacy between nations has added unique layer to the art and practice of diplomacy. Funeral diplomacy has attracted the attention of scholars and practitioners of international relations. What is funeral diplomacy, and how has it been employed over the decades is an issue being discussed in many forums. Funeral diplomacy is the practice of world leaders employing state funerals as a venue to conduct international relations. Diplomats view funerals as a highly calculated instrument of soft power and protocol. For them, state funerals are strategic forums to project geopolitical relevance, gauge rivalries, and hold informal negotiations that would otherwise not be possible through rigid diplomatic channels. Many scholars view it as brush-by diplomacy a way to deliberate on pressing matters and find common ground in times of mourning. There is no formal or structured agenda for such occasions, but they enable international actors to hold impromptu side conversations. Attendance, absence, and the level of delegations send powerful messages about a countrys alliances and foreign policy standing. British Prime Minister Harold Wilson coined the term working funeral at the 1965 funeral of Winston Churchill. Many international relations experts opine that state funerals are the densest concentration of diplomatic activity outside the UN General Assembly. The state funeral of the Iranian supreme leader became a global event due to the war and the targeted killing of the leader and his close family members. According to some media reports, the USA pressured at least 13 countries, including two Gulf states, to scale back or cancel their participation in the funeral. The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, personally contacted at least five Arab governments, urging them not to attend the event. However, it should be emphasized that the USA has utilized the funerals of its own leaders at different times to reach out to both adversaries and allies. Following the assassination of John F. Kennedy, leaders from almost 90 countries attended his state funeral. The televised display of grief served as a moment to unify a polarized world during the Cold War. The Indian delegation to Iran was led by Bihar Governor General Attah Hasnain, while a non-official delegation comprising religious and opposition leaders was also present to achieve a geopolitical balancing act. The Bangladesh delegation was led by the Speaker of the Jatiya Sansad. This delegation met with Mr. Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, and invited him to Bangladesh. It was also emphasized that Hormuz remains a key gateway for Dhakas energy imports from the region. Notably, India sent a high-level delegation led by Foreign Minister Jaishankar to Bangladesh when Begum Khaleda Zia ( mother of PM Tariq Rehman) passed away. FUNERAL DIPLOMACY IN INDIA AND PAKISTAN The deaths of leaders have often brought the neighbouring countries together through funeral diplomacy, even amidst suspicions of convenient or insincere grief, as noted by Ajay Bisaria. A high-level delegation from Pakistan participated in the 1964 state funeral of Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. The then Pakistani Foreign Minister Z. A. Bhutto led the delegation, and Pakistan temporarily opened its airspacewhich had been closed since the 1962 Sino-India warto allow foreign flights carrying delegates and journalists to reach Delhi for the funeral. Pakistan observed official mourning, with national flags flown at half-mast on all public buildings. In Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi, shopkeepers displayed signs of mourning at the loss of the Indian leader. In 1984, when Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was killed by her bodyguards, General Zia personally led the Pakistani delegation to participate in the state funeral. For Pakistan, the most important meeting General Zia had was with Rajiv Gandhi. The two leaders met privately for nearly an hour while their delegations waited in an anteroom. According to various sources, the two sides favoured progress in their bilateral relationship. In August 1988, when President of Pakistan General Zia died in an air crash, the then Indian Ambassador to Pakistan, S. K. Singh, began planning for a round of funeral diplomacy in Islamabad. A high-level Indian delegation consisting of forty members, led by President Shri R. Venkataraman, visited Pakistan. Within three days of the crash, a high-profile funeral was held in Islamabad, attended by several heads of state. The late K. Natwar Singh, who was part of the Indian delegation, recalled in his book One Life is Not Enough: the crowd was enormous, but the coffin was almost empty; it contained only Zias spectacles, jawbone, and false teeth. There have been many other occasions when state and non-official funerals provided opportunities for leaders and diplomats to reach out and solidify relationships and mutual understanding. CONCLUSION In conclusion, it needs to be emphasised that funeral diplomacy by its very nature is occasional and ad hoc; it cannot substitute for formal diplomatic structures through which states conduct their relations. During our student days, Politics Among Nations by Hans Morgenthau was essential an reading. The prominent US political scientist wrote that diplomacy is the brain of national power, and statecraft must harmonize national interests with available power, prioritizing pragmatic compromise, calculating adversary intentions, and avoiding ideological crusades over legalistic moralism. His theory of diplomacy holds relevance for our times as well. Prof Gull Wani is Kashmir based Political Scientist.
After Bihar, Assam Drops Cases, Assures No Action Against CJP Protesters
The Assam government on Monday announced that it will withdraw cases and other legal proceedings initiated against people who participated in protests over the alleged NEET-UG examination irregularities.
Rising Ganga breaches embankment in Naugachia, repair work underway
Former RJD MP, others join BJP
Cut emissions now to meet carbon neutrality goal: Expert
PhDs, NET holders from several states turn up for temporary teaching posts in Bihar
Roadshows dominate in final leg of campaign
Release innocent students arrested during Bihar protest, urge kin
Police booked 144 students and 5,000 unidentified persons in Patna; police said 694 individuals were detained among whom 339 minors and students were released; 91 police officers were injured
Patna HC sentences 83-yr-old to 7 years RI in shooting case
Student protest casts shadow over high-stakes bypoll as BJP, PK and RJD battle it out
Siwan SPs bodyguard suspended over AK-47 firing
Govt to withdraw FIRs, release all detained NEET protestors
Bihar To Release Detainees, Drop Cases Against NEET Protesters
The Bihar government on Monday announced that it will withdraw all cases lodged against protesters over the NEET paper leak and release those jailed under various charges.
Patna reports 63 dengue cases so far this year
Will Gen Z Protest Impact Bihar's Bankipur Bypolls? BJP Chief's Response
Bankipur has been Nitin Nabin's stronghold. He vacated the seat to move to national politics and the Rajya Sabha.
PM Modi lauds Sitamarhi plastic recycling model in Mann Ki Baat
In the 136th episode of Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister spotlighted a Bihar district where 40 kg of single-use plastic goes into every public bench
The cockroaches and the faces behind Indias exam protest movement
Bihar's government will withdraw legal actions against NEET-UG protestors. This decision follows the Cockroach Janta Party's call to end demonstrations. Abhijeet Dipke and Sonam Wangchuk were key figures in the movement. The CJP transformed from an online identity into a nationwide campaign. Their efforts focused on examination reforms and accountability in systems.
CM: Govt equipping dairy farmers to meet 1-cr-litre daily milk target
CJP warns of fresh protests over Centres promise breach
CJP demands written agreement from Centre amid crackdown on protesters and volunteers across States; Bihar government announces withdrawal of all FIRs against protesters, but no word from BJP-ruled West Bengal
Barbaric: Opposition condemns AK-47 firing at Siwan protest
Action has been taken against police personnel seen firing an AK-47 during a student protest in Bihars Siwan, with the officers involved now suspended pending an inquiry.
Bihar govt assures no action against NEET protestors, to withdraw FIRs and release detainees
Bihar government will not pursue legal action against NEET protest participants. All arrests and detentions related to protests before July 26 will cease. The government will immediately begin withdrawing all related FIRs and notices. This decision ensures no future action will be taken against these individuals. The state aims to resolve issues stemming from the NEET-UG examination irregularities.
Examining the roadblocks to Bihars development trajectory
A look at what has hindered Bihars socio-economic progress despite a politics centred on social justice. The gap between political empowerment and ground-level stagnation calls for changes aimed at bringing about overall development in the region
Bihar Government Offers Relief to Protesting Students
Patna, July 27: In a significant move amidst ongoing protests regarding alleged irregularities in NEET examinations, the Bihar government has announced relief for the students and demonstrators involved in the agitation. A statement from the Home Department released on Monday evening indicated that the government has provided several important assurances in light of demands for ... Read more Bihar Government Offers Relief to Protesting Students
Biker dies after motorcycle hits nilgai in Buxar
Muzaffarpur police arrest 3 for extortion threats in Bishnoi gangs name
Man slits father-in-laws throat over vidaai dispute in Samastipur
Court reserves order on bail plea of Tej Pratap
Representing protesters, two drunk lawyers arrested from CJM court
Bihar's dairy push: New plant in Nalanda to boost farmer incomes, create jobs
Bihar NEET protest: Tej Pratap seeks bail; argues arrest made before FIR
Janshakti Janta Dal chief Tej Pratap Yadav sought bail after his arrest. Police arrested him for supporting violent protests against the NEET exam leak. His lawyer argued police failed to follow due legal procedures. Yadav's bail plea also cited his existing health conditions. He was lodged in Beur central jail following his remand.
Siwan SPs bodyguard suspended after video of firing from AK-47 goes viral during Bihar bandh
CJP threatens to 'sit on protest again'; warns govt over alleged police action against protestors
The Cockroach Janta Party has warned of renewed agitation if police action against student protestors is not halted. They allege authorities violated an agreement reached after previous nationwide protests concluded. Hundreds of students have reportedly been arrested in Bihar and West Bengal. Several others face surveillance and harassment in Delhi and other states. Volunteers supporting protestors in the capital are also allegedly being detained.
Pankaj Tripathi to Be Honoured With IFFM's Artist of Distinction Award
Coming from a small village in Bihar, I never imagined that the stories I would become a part of would one day travel across the world and be celebrated in this manner, he added.
AK-47 used during Siwan protest? Bihar cop suspended; Tejashwi shares video, demands probe
Bihar: Policeman fired for using AK-47 during protest
A day after CJP called off its mass protest, it issued a statement seeking guarantees from the government against reprisals.
How an AK-47-wielding cop became the latest flashpoint in Bihar politics amid NEET protests
A police constable in Siwan allegedly used an AK-47 during a student protest on July 25. This incident has escalated political tensions surrounding the NEET paper leak controversy. Opposition leaders are demanding a judicial inquiry into the alleged firing. Police have suspended the constable and initiated departmental proceedings against him. The controversy adds another layer to ongoing protests and detentions.
How 'Mushroom Man of Bihar' Sanjeev Kumar helped 50,000 farmers earn
Engineer-turned-farmer Sanjeev Kumar built Bihar's largest mushroom spawn lab and trained 50,000+ farmers, creating rural jobs.
